The Register · FSA

JPY 10,000,000

is the minimum capital for Japan, electronic payment instruments.

Stated capital, and net assets not below zero.

FSA · checked 17 Aug 2026

Requirements

What it takes.

01

Minimum capital

JPY 10,000,000 Stated capital, and net assets not below zero.

02

Application fee

Not published.

03

Annual fee

Not published.

04

Decision time

6 to 12 months Observed, after pre-screening with the local finance bureau.

05

Foreign firms

Japanese company, or a Japan office with a Japan-resident representative. Applications in Japanese.

06

Reserve rule

Redeemable at face value on demand. Issuance limited to banks, trust companies and licensed fund transfer providers.

07

Approval rate

1 registered

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